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Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Place, Potbelly Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 996 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Holiday House (Pets Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Capitola

Located within a 5-minute walk of Potbelly Beach, Monarch Cove Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Capitola Beach. This 11-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Potbelly Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • New Brighton State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capitola Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Monarch Cove Inn

Guests of Monarch Cove Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This bed & breakfast also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1895
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Monarch Cove Inn?

Guests enjoy the bed & breakfast's walkable location in Capitola based on their ratings, and it's a short 14-minute walk from Capitola Beach and also 14 minutes on foot from Capitola Wharf. You'll also find Potbelly Beach and Esplanade Park Beach less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Monarch Cove Inn?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monarch Cove Inn on Jun 1, 2026 start from $217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Monarch Cove Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Monarch Cove Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Monarch Cove Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Monarch Cove Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Monarch Cove Inn?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a free daily breakfast plus some guestrooms include an ocean view and a fireplace.

Does Monarch Cove Inn have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Monarch Cove Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Monarch Cove Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Monarch Cove Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Monarch Cove Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Does Monarch Cove Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from Monarch Cove Inn?

The closest major airport to Monarch Cove Inn is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 11.6 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Monarch Cove Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast offer a patio where guests can enjoy ocean and garden views.

Monarch Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 736 out of 990 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 990 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 990 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 990 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 990 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and excellent rooms with an unforgettable view!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Malina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff (Katrina) was very professional and responsive to our requests , love the nature walk around the property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Derek

We made a l
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are fabulous. No complaints at all from me. A three day stay with the same exact continental breakfast brought to us was a bit much. They need to have a better selection. The room was old and not very accommodating. It had a great view of the ocean though. It was windy, cold and rainy. We had to stuff paper into the bottom of the windows to keep the cold draft out. I wouldn’t select the Monarch room again. Not sure others are any better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about monarch cove is just magical... the views, the rooms, the grounds, the staff, the butterflies and hummingbirds ... just beautiful. I've stayed at monarch several times and it is the only place i want to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sandra, Redwood City

We had a dog so were given the
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

james

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The grounds are beautiful, with a view of the ocean. The room was large and spotless. Furthermore, the host could not have been nicer and welcoming. This was a business trip for me, and I have found a new place to stay each month.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Manteca

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pet friendly escape in a cute neighborhood of Capitola. Lots of stuff walkable, and the Holiday House had a fenced in patio and small back yard that was absolutely perfect for the pups. Breakfast in bed was a nice touch too. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was close to downtown Capitola but a bit too far to walk comfortably. Incredible views from the property. The staff was very nice and attentive and we loved the monarchs. The room was nice and private but in need of some minor repairs, especially with the windows. Twice we come in and one of the windows was wide open. The heating was via an electric fireplace and with time this provided plenty of heat. The continental breakfast was much better than expected (or experienced at other hotels). We really enjoyed our stay and would return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Sacramento

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very quaint property. No modern upgrades but very comfortable and enjoyable. The staff was amazing! We were upgraded and felt so special. The property has the best views and is so close to downtown Capitola. We were able to walk there and admire a spectacular sunset. The breakfast was perfect. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a cozy older place to enjoy Capitola.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ajeet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at this place. A perfect place to rejuvenate. Marvelous views of ocean, sun rise. Staff were friendly and courteous. Loved the rooms and their coziness. Can’t wait to go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff, amenities, and rooms were absolutely charming. it was a wonderful treat staying here, and the gorgeous ocean views were an added bonus. highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Live butterflies just hatched on the check in counter. Staff was super friendly. Continental breakfast delivered to room featuring local pastries. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very kind about room changes and accommodating about breakfast preferences. One of the bedside lamps had a broken switch. Checkout was dismissive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shauna

Staff was good, learned alot about monarch butterflies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything where nice, clean. The views are great, and the butterfly lady was the nicest part of this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice. Beautiful natural grounds. Monarch friendly!
Sunrise!
Sunset!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff,beauty of room, scenic grounds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not be confused when you go to the office. It is a beautiful place with a great view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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